New York A03814 prohibits police from arresting or subduing children aged 13 or under during a parent's arrest.

New York A03814 amends the criminal procedure law to ensure police officers do not arrest, restrain, or subdue children aged 13 or under during the arrest of their parent or guardian. Officers must check for children at the arrest scene and, if present, ensure the child's safety, allow the arrested person to communicate with the child, and coordinate with social services to deliver the child to another authorized guardian. The law takes effect immediately.

New York A03814 prohibits police from arresting or subduing children aged 13 or under during a parent's arrest.

New York A03814 amends the criminal procedure law to ensure police officers do not arrest, restrain, or subdue children aged 13 or under during the arrest of their parent or guardian. Officers must check for children at the arrest scene and, if present, ensure the child's safety, allow the arrested person to communicate with the child, and coordinate with social services to deliver the child to another authorized guardian. The law takes effect immediately.